PROPOSALS to trial speed cameras in seven locations across the county will be discussed next week.

The county council’s ruling cabinet will consider the introduction of cameras in four villages and on three key main and rural routes which have various issues and concerns around speeding and safety, says a report.

The areas chosen for the trials are Sharnford, Woodhouse Eaves, Measham and Walcote, which have long-standing community concerns over speeding plus the B676 Melton, the A6 Harborough Road at Oadby and the A50 Field Head to its boundary with the city of Leicester.

Council leader, Coun Nick Rushton, said: “We’re very aware there are communities whose lives are being blighted by the daily effects of speeding motorists. We believe average speed cameras could be a digital solution towards addressing these concerns.

“However, testing their effectiveness in various situations is vital and these trials will help us with some exploratory work we’re doing around the wider use of cameras.”